Change your username in the game settings

To change your username in Among Us Mobile, open the game and tap the settings icon (the gear symbol) in the upper right corner of the main menu. Scroll down until you see the "Name" field, which displays your current username. Tap on that field, clear the existing text, type your new username, and tap outside the text box or press the checkmark to save the change.

Your new username takes effect when ready in the game. The next time you join a lobby or create a new game, other players will see your updated name. If you do not see the settings icon on your main menu screen, make sure you are logged into your account — the settings option only appears when you are signed in.

Key Takeaways

  • Open Among Us Mobile, tap the settings gear icon in the upper right corner of the main menu, and find the "Name" field to change your username.
  • Type your new username directly into the field and save by tapping outside the box or pressing the checkmark button.
  • Your new username appears to other players when ready in lobbies and games after you save the change.
  • If the settings icon does not appear, log into your account first — the option is only visible when you are signed in.
  • Among Us Mobile allows you to change your username as many times as you want with no restrictions or cooldown period.

What happens to your old username

When you change your username, your old name disappears from the game entirely. Other players will not see your previous username in chat history or game records — they will only see the new one. Your account itself remains the same, so your cosmetics, level, and game history stay with you.

If you change your username and then change it back to the original name later, the game treats it as a new username choice. There is no way to "revert" to a previous name through a special option — you straightforward type the old name back in manually if you want to use it again.

Username rules and restrictions

Among Us Mobile does not enforce strict character limits, but very long usernames may display oddly in lobbies or be cut off on smaller phone screens. Stick to names under 20 characters for the best appearance in-game. The game allows letters, numbers, spaces, and most common punctuation marks.

Avoid usernames that impersonate other players, contain slurs, or are designed to harass others — other players can report you for inappropriate names, and repeated violations can result in a temporary or permanent ban from online play. The game's moderation team reviews reports and takes action based on their guidelines.

Changing your username on different devices

If you play Among Us Mobile on multiple devices (such as a phone and a tablet), your username change syncs across all of them as long as you are signed into the same account. Change your name on one device, and it updates everywhere you play under that account.

If you play on different accounts on the same device, each account has its own separate username. Switching between accounts in the game settings will show you each account's individual name. Make sure you are signed into the correct account before changing your username if you manage multiple profiles.

Troubleshooting username changes that do not save

If you type a new username but it does not appear to save, close the game completely and reopen it. Sometimes the change takes a moment to register, and restarting the app forces it to sync. Check that you tapped the checkmark or tapped outside the text box — if you straightforward typed and did not confirm, the change will not save.

If the problem persists after restarting, check your internet connection. Among Us Mobile needs an active connection to sync your username change to the game's servers. If you are on Wi-Fi, try switching to mobile data or vice versa. If you still cannot save a username after these steps, uninstall and reinstall the app — this clears any corrupted data that might be blocking the change.

How often you can change your username

Among Us Mobile does not limit how many times you can change your username or how often you can do it. You can change it once per day, once per hour, or even multiple times in a single session if you want to experiment with different names. There is no cooldown period or restriction on the number of changes.

This freedom means you can test out a name, see how it looks in a game, and change it again if you do not like it. Keep in mind that other players may find it confusing if you change your name constantly during a game session, since they will not know who you are from round to round.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use special characters or emojis in my username?

Among Us Mobile supports most standard punctuation and special characters, but emoji support depends on your device and the game version. Try typing an emoji into the name field — if it appears and saves, you can use it. Some devices may not display emojis correctly in-game even if they save, so test it in a lobby first.

What if someone else is using the username I want?

Among Us Mobile does not reserve usernames, so multiple players can have the same name at the same time. If the name you want is taken, you can still use it — you will just share it with other players. The game identifies players by account, not by name, so there is no conflict.

Does changing my username affect my cosmetics or game progress?

No. Your cosmetics, level, stats, and all game progress stay with your account regardless of what username you choose. Changing your name is purely cosmetic and does not reset or alter anything else about your account.

Why does my new username not show up in a game I just started?

If you changed your username and when ready joined a game, the lobby may have loaded before the change synced to the server. Leave the lobby, wait a few seconds, and rejoin — your new name should appear. If it still does not show, restart the app to force a full sync.